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SAFE DISTANCE ALERT

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Using the information from the radar 1, this function informs the driver of the time interval between him and the vehicle in front so that a safe stopping distance between the 2 vehicles can be maintained.

Note: make sure that the sensor 1 is not obscured (by dirt, mud, snow, etc.).

The function is activated when the vehicle speed is between about 18.6 and 124 mph (30 and 200 km/h).

When the engine is started, the function maintains the same status that was active when the engine was last stopped.

Activating/deactivating the function

From the multifunction screen 2, select menu “Vehicle”, “Driving assistance”, “Distance warning” then choose “ON” or “OFF”.

You can access menu “Driving assistance” directly from button 3 .

This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.

Operation

Upon activating the function, indicator 4 notifies the driver of the distance separating them from the vehicle in front.

- A (grey): function not operational;

- A (green): no vehicle detected;

- B (green): the time interval is greater than or equal to around two seconds (distance between the two vehicles adapted to your speed);

- C (orange): the time interval falls between around 1 and 2 seconds (insufficient distance between the two vehicles);

- D (red): the time interval is less than or equal to around one second (very insufficient distance between the two vehicles).

If the interval between the two vehicles is less than around 0.5 seconds, notification 4, display D, will flash on the instrument panel. Under certain conditions, the time interval may not be displayed:

- while cornering;

- when changing lane;

- if the vehicle in front is sufficiently far or outside the range of the sensor.

On equipped vehicles, some information is given on the head-up display.

This function is essential if adaptive cruise control is activated.

The measurement is displayed for information purposes: the system does not carry out any action on the vehicle.

This function is not designed for use in urban conditions or for a dynamic driving style (sudden cornering, acceleration, braking etc.).

The function does not interact with the braking system.

The sensor area should be kept clean and free of any modifications to ensure the proper operation of the system.

This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.

System servicing/repairs

- In the event of an impact, the sensor alignment may become changed, and its operation will consequently be affected. Deactivate the function and consult an authorised dealer.

- Any work in the area where the radar is located (repairs, replacements, etc.) must be carried out by a qualified professional.

Only an authorised dealer is qualified to service the system.

In the event of system disturbance

Some conditions can disturb or damage the operation of the system, such as:

- a complex environment (tunnel etc.);

- poor weather conditions (snow, hail, black ice, etc.).

Risk of erroneous false alarms.